Lydon Collection

Rabbits & Hares / Lydon
An assortment of rabbits (Himalayan, Lop-eared, Flemish Giant, Angora, Black & Tan, Silver Grey, Dutch Grey & White, Dutch Black & White), and a Belgian Hare

Chatsworth House, Derbyshire, home of the Duke of Devonshire, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Elvaston Castle, Derbyshire, home of the Earl of Harrington, c1880. Originally built in 1633, the house was remodelled by James Wyatt in the 1800s

Our Fancy Rabbits
An illustration of various breeds of rabbit drawn for The Boys Own Paper by F. A. Lydon

Dunster Castle, home of the Fownes-Luttrell family, Somerset, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Holme Lacy, Herefordshire, home of Baronet Stanhope, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Raby Castle, County Durham, home of the Duke of Cleveland, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

From the North-West, Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From the North-West, Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Danbury Palace, Essex, home of the Bishop of Rochester, c1880. The house was built in 1832. It was acquired by the Church of England in 1845 and became the residence of the Bishop of Rochester

Sezincote, Gloucestershire, home of Baronet Rushout, c1880. Sezincote was designed by Samuel Pepys Cockerell in Mughal style and completed in 1805

Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire, home of Earl Somers, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Panshanger Park, Hertfordshire, home of Earl Cowper, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Cliveden, Buckinghamshire, home of the Duke of Westminster, c1880. Cliveden was built by Charles Barry for George Sutherland-Leveson-Gower, 3rd Duke of Sutherland in 1851

Witley Court, Worcestershire, home of the Earl of Dudley, c1880. Formerly known as Whitley Court, the house was built in 1655 by Thomas Foley, a prosperous Midlands ironmaster

Mersham-le-Hatch, Kent, home of Baronet Knatchbull, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Helmingham Hall, Suffolk, home of Baron Tollemache, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Castle Coole, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, home of the Earl of Belmore, c1880. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland

Lydon / Farm in Winter1873
A farm in Winter - the family stand on the doorstep as their sheepdog herds the sheep past

Breeds of poultry, c1903 (c1910). Artist: AF Lydon
Breeds of poultry, c1903 (c1910). White Leghorns, Black Minorcas, Indian Game, Golden Wyandottes, Coloured Dorkings, Buff Orpingtons

Dalton Hall, near Beverley, Yorkshire, home of Lord Hotham, c1880. The house was built in 1780. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain

Vermont, Lydon, Victorian Style Homes, Autumn

Joe Lydon England Rugby UnionAssistant Coach Wales V England Rugby Union Millennium Stadium Cardiff, Wales 05 February 2005 Date: 05 February 2005

Joe Lydon & Andy Robinson England Rugby UnionManagement Wales V England Rugby Union Millennium Stadium Cardiff, Wales 05 February 2005 Date: 05 February 2005

Various bird species
A selection of birds, drawn by A. F. Lydon for the Boys Own Paper. Birds depicted include: 1. Blackcap; 2. Nightingale; 3. Goldfinch; 4. Siskin; 5. Linnet; 6. Redpole; 7. Skylark; 8. Greenfinch; 9

Sticklebacks, 1879, (1943). Creator: Alexander Francis Lydon
Sticklebacks, 1879, (1943). River fish displaying mating behaviour. The female lays her eggs in a nest which the male has built. The males develop a red breast during the mating period

Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. 19th century imagining of Dur-Sharrukin ( Fort Sargon ), the Assyrian capital built by King Sargon II shortly after he came to the throne in

Vestry, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Vestry, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Choir, from North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Choir, from North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Choir, looking North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Choir, looking North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

From the North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From the North, Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Rievaulx Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Nave Looking West, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Nave Looking West, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Norman Arches in Nave, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Norman Arches in Nave, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

From South-East, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From South-East, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Nave, from South Aisle, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Nave, from South Aisle, Jedburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Jedburgh Abbey, 1882, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Jedburgh Abbey, 1882, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

North Transept, Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
North Transept, Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

North Aisle, Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
North Aisle, Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Whitby Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Furness Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Furness Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

South Transept, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
South Transept, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Ground Plan of Netley Abbey, 1897. Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Ground Plan of Netley Abbey, 1897. From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Arches in South Transept, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Arches in South Transept, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Interior, Looking East, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Interior, Looking East, Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Netley Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Chapter House, Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Chapter House, Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Kirkstall Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

From the Cloister Court, Dryburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
From the Cloister Court, Dryburgh Abbey, c1880, (1897). From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

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"Lydon: Capturing the Majestic World of Rabbits & Hares" Step into a world where rabbits and hares reign supreme, as captured by the talented artist Alexander Francis Lydon. This captivating collection takes us on a journey through some of England's most magnificent estates in the late 19th century. At Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, home to the esteemed Duke of Devonshire, Lydon unveils a scene filled with graceful rabbits frolicking amidst lush gardens. Their playful nature perfectly complements the grandeur of this historic estate. Moving south to Dunster Castle in Somerset, owned by the Fownes-Luttrell family, Lydon's brushstrokes bring life to our fancy rabbits. These elegant creatures seem right at home among the castle's ancient walls and picturesque surroundings. Elvaston Castle in Derbyshire, residence of the Earl of Harrington, becomes an enchanting backdrop for Lydon's portrayal of rabbits exploring their whimsical habitat. The artist skillfully captures their curiosity and charm against this architectural marvel. Venturing further north to Raby Castle in County Durham, we witness how Lydon masterfully portrays hares gracefully leaping across its vast grounds. The Duke of Cleveland's majestic residence serves as an awe-inspiring setting for these agile creatures. In Kirkstall Abbey from a north-west perspective dating back to 1880-1897, Lydon showcases his versatility by capturing not only grand estates but also historical landmarks. Here he depicts tranquil scenes where rabbits find solace amidst ancient ruins. Danbury Palace in Essex offers another glimpse into Lydon's artistic prowess as he paints delightful rabbit encounters within Bishop Rochester's splendid abode. The juxtaposition between regal interiors and these adorable creatures creates a charming atmosphere. Sezincote in Gloucestershire presents yet another canvas for Lydon’s talent; Baronet Rushout’s magnificent estate becomes an idyllic playground for rabbits and hares.